OUR STORY
INDIGENOUS DESIGN
THROUGH COLLABORATION
At SAPULPA, our journey began with a profound passion for celebrating Native American culture through fashion. We believe in the transformative power of authentic artistry and the impact it can have on individuals and communities. Founded by individuals who cherish Indigenous traditions and craftsmanship, our mission is to provide high-quality Native American fashion that honors heritage and empowers wearers to express their unique identities.
THE DESIGNERS
Yasmine, Aliyah, and Arianna Sapulpa are Chahta, Mvskoke, and Cherokee artisans. These sisters are active members in their community, representing in stickball, social dancing, Choctaw/Creek hymnal singing and traditional arts. They collaborate to interweave contemporary and traditional components to express and share their culture through design.
YASMINE AUSTIN-SAPULPA
Yasmine is a seamstress who specializes in textile art. She began her journey with stickball aprons and ribbon skirts. She soon saw an opportunity to use cloth as canvas to celebrate the stories of her community through wearable art. Yasmine also works with basketry, beadwork and other traditional art forms to complete her looks. She is always looking for opportunities to learn more. Yasmine works to emphasize the importance of identity and empower all people through cultural celebration. She has had opportunities to have pieces featured in exhibits.
ALIYAH SAPULPA-MYERS
Aliyah is Miss Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 2023-2024. She began her cultural artistry with basket weaving about 4 years ago by a respected member from her community. After being introduced to the world of Choctaw basket weaving, she fell in love and learned new styles to share by gifting baskets to family and friends. Soon she was asked to sell her baskets to young girls running for princess positions who didn’t have basketry. Aliyah especially enjoys teaching people how to weave and created a class for mini elbow baskets to give the public an introduction to Choctaw basket weaving. She looks forward to learning more styles and teaching more Native youth how to weave and to be Culture bearers. Aliyah has translated her weaving skills to create weaving southeastern style corsets and basket earrings. Most of her baskets are hand dyed herself. She collaborates with her sisters through Cedar Sapling on many diverse projects.
ARIANNA SAPULPA-MYERS
Arianna is a talented young artist known for her vibrant use of color and playful style, which reflects her deep connection to her cultural roots and personal experiences. Over the years, her artistic journey has evolved, allowing her to transform her passion into a professional career. Her work has been featured in numerous exhibits, where it has garnered attention for its bold expression and innovative techniques.
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As a multidisciplinary artist, Arianna explores various mediums, including painting, beading, and printmaking, each offering her a unique way to communicate her ideas. Her creative process is both intuitive and intentional, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary themes to create work that resonates with a diverse audience.
